Layoff Definition and Notice. (a) A "short-term layoff" shall mean: i) A layoff resulting from a planned temporary closure of any part of the Hospital's facilities during all or part of the months of July and August (a "summer shutdown") or during the period between December 15th and January 15th inclusive (a "Christmas shutdown"); that exceeds four (4) consecutive shifts or ii) A layoff resulting from a planned temporary closure, not anticipated to exceed six months in length, of any part of the Hospital's facilities for the purpose of construction or renovation; or iii) Any other temporary layoff which is not anticipated to exceed three months in length. (b) A "long-term layoff" shall mean any layoff which is not a short-term layoff. (c) The Hospital shall provide the Union with no less than 30 calendar days' notice of a short term layoff. Notice shall not be required in the case of a cancellation of all or part of a single scheduled shift, provided that Article
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